Continuous skills development is crucial to enable the youth to adapt to changing job markets and technological advancements
OUTA has raised concerns that the Services SETA is siphoning off funds for learners into corrupt contracts
The NMU has launched a meticulously researched diploma that addresses the many critical issues of technical training
It’s alleged that large sums of money were allocated to firms without following due process
Mkhwebane says that it is financial constraints that made her turn to the SSA when the previous CFO resigned
The online system can assist with the placement of students, who did not apply to any university because of funding, but who now qualify.
The sector training and education bodies and companies together cause the system to flounder.
Setas are meant to reverse the country’s skill’s crisis but they are not fulfilling their mandate.
What has become of this policy, which aims to offer a second chance at education success?
A closer working relationship must be established between education authorities and employers.
Proposed changes to occupation-directed training suggest a multifaceted approach to improve its workplace relevance.
Does the leadership of the education department properly comprehend the work Setas do?
Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande is locked in a battle with the board of the services Seta over control of the institution.
Sexist and racial prejudices inform court’s judgment
and news reports.
Government’s skills policy intentions rest on wishful thinking
Blade Nzimande faces both external and internal rebellion against his moves this week to redraw the skills-development landscape.
Cross-sectoral training and a single standard of competence envisaged, writes <b>Jim Freeman</b>.
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/ 13 January 2011
An economy "constrained by a severe lack of skills" was behind the launch of the third National Skills Development Strategy, said Blade Nzimande.
Setas have not failed and are expected to be more successful following consolidation in the system, Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande said.
Self-employment is vital for job creation and social stability but Setas loathe new venture creation projects, writes <b>Jim Freeman</b>.